DIFC 414/2022

Miruya v Mahub

This case involved amounts owing on termination to an employee and been told to leave work and that he was to come back when he was given details of alternative work. He did not accept the alternative position as cleaner and did not return to work. A key point was what day was considered his last day as he had not resigned or been dismissed. Other issues included non and partial payment of salary, and holiday pay. The right to a flight allowance was also considered.

Background

The Claimant was Miruya an individual filing a claim against the Defendant regarding his employment at the Defendant company.

The Defendant was Mahub a company registered in the DIFC located at DIFC, Dubai.

The underlying dispute arose over the employment of the Claimant by the Defendant pursuant to an offer letter dated 7 April 2020 . The Claimant was hired in the position of ‘Driver’ with a monthly salary of AED 3,000, made up of basic salary in the sum of AED 2,000; and an accommodation and transportation allowance of AED 1,000.